Author: Landy Coulanges | Staff Reporter

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Gillum following in Obama’s footsteps

The moment Andrew Gillum won the Democratic primary for Florida governor on Aug. 28 was a reminder of Barack Obama’s historic presidential win. His message was very progressive and Gillum was forced to face white candidates who were well established politically and financially.  This is simply a small win in […]

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Graduate Feeder Program provides valuable advice

Chantay Hyman | The Famuan Students attending a Graduate Feeder Scholars Conference workshop.   Florida A&M University’s Graduate Feeder Scholars Program is hosting its 31st Annual Graduate Feeder Scholars Conference this week. The conference runs Tuesday through Thursday. It will include a recruitment fair and various workshops that are geared […]

Lifestyles

Women and body image: An ongoing issue

When it comes to body image, the media may have a big impact on how and what one thinks of how people should look. According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, body image is defined as “a subjective picture of one’s own physical appearance established both by self-observation and by noting […]

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Thrifting ministries making a difference

For decades churches have brought aid to their community. They are known to provide spiritual growth and comfort.  But now many churches are participating in thrifting ministries. These ministries provide clothing and miscellaneous items to the homeless, ex-inmates and low-income families. There are many churches such as Christians Temple […]

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Yoga Sundays at Nefetari’s

Dana Dennard wears many hats. The owner of the acclaimed Nefetari’s restaurant is equally well known as a teacher and psychologist. He is also a yoga instructor. "Meditation is like sitting in the lap of God," Dennard, also known as “soul healer” or “Baba,” said. "There is so much […]

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Lewis-Butler wants to keep her school board seat

Photo credit: Facebook.com ​Maggie Lewis-Butler, 77, is running again for the Leon County School Board.  Lewis-Butler is an alumna of Florida A&M University, and she spent her first 30 years after college teaching science. Lewis-Butler is currently vying for the same position that she has held for the […]